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What are you wearing today? Autumn/Winter 2021

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OublietteBravo · 06/10/2021 09:46

I’m hoping I’ve been here long enough to be allowed to start the new thread. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone’s outfits as we move into my favourite fashion season.
Link to old thread:
www.mumsnet.com/Talk/style_and_beauty/4300357-what-are-you-wearing-today-july-august

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Missatkins · 10/11/2021 09:27

@Sickoffamilydrama

Another thread has made me go looking for a cocktail dress as have a couple of work events soon.

Couldn't find any dresses I liked so thought jumpsuit I've narrowed it down to three.

I've ordered the mint velvet one (the halter neck) through next so if that one doesn't work I'll try the other two.

Hi, I've been after a dressy jumpsuit. Did these arrive and are they any good? Ps...love your username 😂
OublietteBravo · 10/11/2021 09:28

I’m a bit behind on outfits. So I’m posting 2 at once.

Yesterday
Shirt: Boden
Jeans: The Fold
Shoes: Church’s

Today
Blouse: M&S
Culottes: M&S
Boots: Doc Martens

What are you wearing today? Autumn/Winter 2021
What are you wearing today? Autumn/Winter 2021
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KiteflyingKat · 10/11/2021 10:13

@OublietteBravo yes that was me!

So each day I pick my woman who I see who looks the best. And it’s normally not some young thin girl! And what I’ve noticed is it is never someone in Lycra and high heels - however fit their body is! Often it’s actually much older women who just ooze style.

The most stylish woman I used to admire in the office pre-lockdown was in her 40s. She’s pretty but not extraordinarily so.

Locally there’s a woman I see out and about who looks amazing and she’s a mum of 2 young kids, probably age around 40. She tends to wear jeans trainers etc but looks fab even pushing the buggy around town.

Meanwhile I know a young lady who must be late 20s - stunning figure but dresses in cheap nasty skin tight polyester from BooHoo / Pretty Little Thing type shops which is really not flattering or stylish in my very humble opinion (sorry I know that’s not kind and of course she’s free to dress how she pleases) . Cracking figure and could look sensational with the right clothes but for me her current look never screams stylish (sure other people’s opinions differ, just my personal view)

Greyhairwarmheart · 10/11/2021 10:23

My shape is definitely changing with age too (more effort needed to conceal my tummy these days). I've managed to donate 2 dresses to charity that are too tight. Big thing for me as I'm a bit of a hoarder. Dress phase eight, cardigan jigsaw

What are you wearing today? Autumn/Winter 2021
What are you wearing today? Autumn/Winter 2021
zigzaggaway · 10/11/2021 11:02

Thankyou for the nice dress comments.
I am also struggling with shape change as I get older, I haven't accepted it yet and have loads of clothes that don't fit.

I am wearing dresses and skirts to work as my trousers don't fit Confused

Anyway..

Top- oasis
Jeans - gap
Trusty converse

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Sickoffamilydrama · 10/11/2021 13:19

@zigzaggaway nice outfit and i don't like brenton or strips really (don't know why).

@Shannith & @Sooverthemill Flowers although Grin for having recovered.

@Missatkins thanks my user name isn't what you probably think it means, it was inspired by my not D brother being his usual self and then some other not D relatives.

@Missatkins Jumpsuit wise I wouldn't recommend the M&S ghost collaboration jumpsuit it will just crease. The Hush one was very comfortable and could be dressed up or down but I just couldn't justify the price tag to myself, and it wasn't making me feel wow. The mint velvet ones have all been great but again I just wasn't feeling it with them.
@EllaPaella i returned the silver jumpsuit it just wasn't feeling it was worth £89 i might try to get it in the sale.

@Chrispackhamspoodle thanks its old i got it from Ebay although i have seen it on there a few times i thin the pattern is a bit marmite so you might be lucky and someone gets rid of one.

@Greyhairwarmheart nice dress

@Softpebbles I would say an inverted triangle. The pleated skirt is nice that you have posted, I think it would look better with a different style shirt, I've found the same no matter how much I can't get the button up masculine style shirt and skirt look to work. I think you need a blouse that is less stiff material or a jumper. Probably not high necked either unless its a blouse with a tie neck that the ties can drape down the front.

I found that CBT really helped me with stopping my internal negative conversations, I had some counselling about 8/9 years ago but you can also find advice how to do it online the concept is really simple. So if you say to yourself I am so ugly. You question that statement, so really am I so ugly, what's ugly about me? Are you sure that's Ugly. If I am that ugly then why is my DH with me surely he wouldn't be or wouldn't say I look nice.
The trick is to start catching those negative thoughts before they grow and challenging them. Also if like me you had a chaotic childhood with emotionally unavailable parents then it is much harder for you to self regulate as you literally do not have the blue print.

Sickoffamilydrama · 10/11/2021 13:22

Didn't post my outfit 🤣

Dress H&M

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Missatkins · 10/11/2021 13:44

I'm in a plumb mood today, although the picture doesn't really show the colour well. Gilet, faux leather trousers and heeled ankle boots.

Missatkins · 10/11/2021 13:45

Picture now attached 😂

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JunieSpoony · 10/11/2021 15:09

Flowers to all of you for being so lovely, and extra Flowers to @Shannith and @Sooverthemill.

Today I am wearing the damn dress Grin

AnnieSnap · 10/11/2021 19:12

Everyone looking fabulous 😀

@OublietteBravo I love both outfits with the blouses. Stylish blouses and the M&S culottes look great.

I am now back from Barbados and here is what I was wearing today. I am jet lagged, sans any make-up, or even moisturiser 😬
Jacket - Baukjen
Pants - Sweaty Betty
Trainers - Sketchers

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happytobemrsg · 10/11/2021 21:54

Really nice to see some of the old names on here! Hoping I can join you guys again, a few less dungarees this time!

Chrispackhamspoodle · 11/11/2021 05:17

Can't sleep.Work keeping me awake.
Wearing husband's dressing gown he bought for a fancy dress party and the dog.
Just wanted to say how helpful it's been to hear about other people's struggles with body image /changing body shape.
@KiteflyingKat I really like your post.You are right.When I think about the stylish people I admire it is never about age or shape. @Sickoffamilydrama thank you for your CBT tip...also really helpful.

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Sooverthemill · 11/11/2021 06:37

@Chrispackhamspoodle sorry you can't sleep. Cockerpoo? We have labradoodles which are a little harder to accessorise
@happytobemrsg hello! Hope you are okay! Missed you on here

Sooverthemill · 11/11/2021 08:15

Wearing my most worn clothes since I started recording
Jumper: Sézane (13 wears)
Jeans: hush (30 wears so that’s my target met for anything I add to my wardrobe)
Shoes: lk Bennett (13 wears and were via eBay so now pennies per wear)
Tee: h&6 (13 since recording but I’ve had it since 2006 so many more!)

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Chrispackhamspoodle · 11/11/2021 08:40

@Sooverthemill she's a mini labradoodle.Very short but very long.Masses of energy and very affectionate. I like your clothes maths.Must check out Sezane too

Pigtailsandall · 11/11/2021 08:45

I think everyone here looks nice! I've had fab inspiration from people, I've looked at brands and styles I'd have never considered. I also enjoy the odd dog photo!!

I've been everything from a size 10 to 18, and I was probably happiest at about size 14 - I'm a bit bigger now, sort of between 14-16. At size 14 I was literally living my best life, travelling, eating what I wanted and I was at my most popular when it came to the opposite sex. Not that that should be a barometer, but I felt good and I think the happiness and confidence shine through. I was much more anxious at size 10 because I was so concerned about looking my best.

Anyway. I'm wearing the same culottes as @OublietteBravo from M&S and I love them. Shirt is from JL but I don't love it and it's not the best for so I might let it go.
Boots from Clark's. So comfy.

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Pigtailsandall · 11/11/2021 08:54

I keep meaning to say @Sickoffamilydrama that I love your dresses. You really rock a long-sleeve dress - it's a style I'd love to try but I feel like it would never suit me!

And I live the clothes maths @Sooverthemill, I should try that too. Though I try not to look at your pics too closely as I think I would love Sezane knitwear and it's just a bit too pricey for me just now!

KiteflyingKat · 11/11/2021 08:56

@happytobemrsg welcome back!
Hope you’ve been ok, wondered where you had gone Flowers

CaterpillaNavilla · 11/11/2021 10:11

Long time lurker here - can I hop on board?
I buy far too many clothes I don’t need (mostly on eBay) and want to appreciate the things I already have a bit more.

Jumper - M&S
Trousers - Lucy&Yak

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CaterpillaNavilla · 11/11/2021 10:12

Oh my mirror is really grubby! Blush

Softpebbles · 11/11/2021 10:17

@happytobemrsg nice to hear from you. I thought you always rocked your dungarees.

Out of Lycra. A habit was creeping in.

Mom jeans m and s (via eBay)
Jumper - Vila - tk maxx

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Shannith · 11/11/2021 11:02

Well aren't you all just the loveliest people.

@happytobemrsg great to see you back! I've always loved your style.

@Softpebbles I completely get the pleated skirt conundrum. I lobe them (and yours is gorgeous) and I bought one but I can't find a way that doesn't make me feel grumpy.

People I've seen looking great in them have worn with a shirt tucked in a trainers but it's not really warm enough for that. I'm going to do some trying on later

Today unlike @Softpebbles I've resorted to Lycra because my back is still not right so I'm off to the osteopath.

Yesterday's school run/dog walk too.

Today
Jacket - Antoni and Alison
Leggings - Amazon (by far my most worn item of clothing - because I ride in them a lot but also because they are so comfy) no where near as stylish as your most worn @Sooverthemill
Took underneath (navy with black!! - but no one will see it)
Paired with bright orange ASICS trainers

Yesterday
Jacket - Rydale
Jumper - Gap
Jeans - j brand
Boots - Dubarry

What are you wearing today? Autumn/Winter 2021
What are you wearing today? Autumn/Winter 2021
Shannith · 11/11/2021 11:03

Grin love and frumpy. Those damn skirts!

Justonedayatatime11 · 11/11/2021 11:07

@Shannith talk to me about Dubarry boots please. My love affair/addiction to Fairfax and Favor is well and truly over, and am very tempted by a pair of Dubarrys. Are they worth the money?

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